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Our minor in public policy is a competitive-admissions program designed to make the critical thinking and analytical skills taught at the Ford School available to more Michigan undergraduates.Students enrolled in the minor will learn to design and...

Year after year, our alumni confirm that policy writing is one of the most essential skills that they developed at the Ford School. It makes sense: no matter how much you know about a given policy problem, it does neither your colleagues nor your...

Please note: The information on this page is solely for our residential MPP and MPA programs. If you are interested in information for our Online MPA, please visit our Online MPA Prospective Student FAQ. Funding resourcesFinancial resources are...

Tools to explore and analyze complex science and technology policy and politics

How to apply to our joint doctoral programs The Ford School of Public Policy’s joint PhD program offers three degrees: the PhD in public policy and economics, the PhD in public policy and political science, and the PhD in public policy and...

Please note: The information on this page is solely for the residential MPP or MPA programs. If you are inquiring about application requirements for the Online MPA program, please consult this page.Online applicationThe University of Michigan...

Financial support for doctoral students Graduate school is an expensive undertaking, requiring a significant investment of time and financial resources. The University of Michigan, through a combination of college, departmental, and graduate...

A creative, research-based approach to strengthening democracies–now and for a better future

Honoring the legacy of President Ford through bipartisan cooperation and civility, community service, and public sector service.